A late-19th century diversion canal built by hand crosses Bryce Canyon National Park and is still in use.

Giant, natural amphitheaters made of delicate geological formations called "hoodoos."

Improbably, the largest wildlife refuge in the conterminous 48 states sits just northwest of Las Vegas, Nevada.

Erosion and various mineral deposits give this striking canyon its distinct color and soft appearance.

This Stonehenge-inspired solar calendar stands alongside a landfill, in the middle of the Nevada desert.

Narrow slot canyons in a badland eroded into soft sedimentary rock provide an otherworldly landscape in this remote Nevada state park.

The best Tiki bar in Las Vegas.

Nevada's largest cactus collection stands outside a candy mogul's small factory.

Harder layers in colorful sandstone weather out as prominent “fins" and even more intricate and bizarre shapes.

A tunnel with windows, so you don't miss out on the impressive views.

Like a kitschy mirage in the Mojave, this eatery serves up classic 50s-style diner meals and a dinosaur sculpture garden.

This giant temperature attraction created some giant electric bills.

Finally the worlds of UFO enthusiasts and beef jerky lovers have come together in this roadside shop.

These banned cigarette vending machines now sell little pieces of pocket-sized art.

Formerly the world's largest, this Willy Wonka-esque contraption runs 24/7.

A tribute to the statues of Easter Island along Route 66.

Don't blink or you'll miss it.

Walk through the sets of old western films at this small museum in Utah.

Not your typical pet cemetery.

Dramatic river bend surrounds a natural red-rocked pedestal.

A monument to the one-armed geologist who led the first documented expeditions through the Grand Canyon.

The drama of nature in full effect in this Nevada State Park.

Hopeless romantics will swoon over the sweet story behind this bright and colorful home.

Two rocks in a perpetual kiss and one of "the most romantic spot in America."